How To Fix P8006 - Planning layout & contains errors

P8006 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: P8 - PS Planning: CElm/Activity Inputs, Statistical Key Figures

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Planning layout & contains errors

INCLUDE K9153 OBJECT DOKU ID NA
Branch to planning layout maintenance and check the layout.
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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message P8006 - Planning layout & contains errors ?

  The SAP error message P8006, which indicates that a planning layout contains errors, typically arises in the context of SAP's planning applications, such as SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BPC (Business Planning and Consolidation). This error can occur for various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for resolving it.
  Causes of Error P8006
  
  
  Incorrect Layout Configuration: The planning layout may have been incorrectly configured, leading to inconsistencies in the data structure or layout settings.
  
  
  Missing or Incorrect Data Elements: If the layout references data elements (like characteristics or key figures) that are not available or incorrectly defined, it can trigger this error.
  
  
  Incompatible Data Types: If the data types of the fields in the layout do not match the expected types in the underlying data model, this can cause errors.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain data elements or execute the planning layout.
  
  
  Technical Issues: There